Cod vs. Sardine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cod and Sardine
- Sardine is richer than Cod in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Calcium, Iron, Selenium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B3, Copper, and Vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Sardine is 329% higher.
- Cod contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Fish, cod, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.6% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2628.6% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +495.9% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +416.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +125.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +255.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +440% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40.2% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +69.5% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +11.6% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +129.8% |
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +151.9% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +300% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +187.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +256.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +751.4% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2500% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more WaterWater | +27.4% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1231.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +1007.7% |
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Protein
~24.62g
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -89% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +3020.2% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1663% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in price | |||
Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 105kcal | 208kcal | |
Protein | 22.83g | 24.62g | |
Fats | 0.86g | 11.45g | |
Vitamin C | 1mg | 0mg | |
Cholesterol | 55mg | 142mg | |
Vitamin D | 46IU | 193IU | |
Magnesium | 42mg | 39mg | |
Calcium | 14mg | 382mg | |
Potassium | 244mg | 397mg | |
Iron | 0.49mg | 2.92mg | |
Copper | 0.036mg | 0.186mg | |
Zinc | 0.58mg | 1.31mg | |
Phosphorus | 138mg | 490mg | |
Sodium | 78mg | 307mg | |
Vitamin A | 47IU | 108IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 14µg | 32µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.81mg | 2.04mg | |
Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 4.8µg | |
Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.108mg | |
Selenium | 37.6µg | 52.7µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.08mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.079mg | 0.227mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 2.513mg | 5.245mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.18mg | 0.642mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.167mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 1.05µg | 8.94µg | |
Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2.6µg | |
Folate | 8µg | 10µg | |
Choline | 83.7mg | 75mg | |
Saturated Fat | 0.168g | 1.528g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.124g | 3.869g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.292g | 5.148g | |
Tryptophan | 0.256mg | 0.276mg | |
Threonine | 1.001mg | 1.079mg | |
Isoleucine | 1.052mg | 1.134mg | |
Leucine | 1.856mg | 2.001mg | |
Lysine | 2.097mg | 2.26mg | |
Methionine | 0.676mg | 0.729mg | |
Phenylalanine | 0.891mg | 0.961mg | |
Valine | 1.176mg | 1.268mg | |
Histidine | 0.672mg | 0.725mg | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.473g | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.154g | 0.509g | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
31%
124%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cod is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod contains less Sodium (difference - 229mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cod is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.36g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cod is cheaper (difference - $5.7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)